8 Abseiling & Rock Climbing Tours in Australia That Survive a Second Look

1.Behana Canyoning Tour by Cairns Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · from $200Our pick

Spend about five hours scrambling, sliding, swimming and abseiling through Behana Gorge, about 30 minutes from Cairns. Guides such as Dom, Luke, Paige and Marcio tailor the route to weather, water levels and group comfort. A safety briefing, equipment and city transfers are included, though shoe hire and photos cost extra.

“We had a small group of 3. Dom was the best guide, having grown up in the area and been with the company for 11 years. He showed us how to have fun, jumping off cliffs, rappelling, sliding down rocks and drifting in the river rapids, while making sure everything was done safely. Afterwards, he gave us beers and let us meet the company dog, “Boofhead.” The photos of our adventure reflected how much we enjoyed this adventure and would come back and do the other more challenging course. Highly recommended!”

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2.Behana Gorge Rainforest Canyoning Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 210 reviews · 5h 30m · from $176

Spend 330 minutes canyoning near Cairns with guides such as Luke, Paige, Dom, and Spencer. Expect abseiling, rock jumps, natural slides, scrambling, water caves, and rainforest pools. The course changes with weather and water levels, and guides adapt the challenge from Behana easy to Crystal intermediate.

“The most underrated adventure in cairns unbelievable experience which is a little hard to put into words . Let’s just say it something you need to do . Thank you Bazz and all the team you guys were super great 🙏🥰🙂”

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3.Abseiling the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $53

Meet Riverlife at Kangaroo Point for a 90-minute abseiling session down a 20-metre cliff. Your instructor provides a safety briefing, helmet, harness, rope, and gloves, then guides you over the edge. No previous experience is needed, but expect stairs, waiting between turns, and a genuine rush when you lean back into open space.

“This was fun. Glad I gave it a shot. Getting over the edge is the hard part but after that it's easy and fun. Definitely should give it a shot.”

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4.Full-Day Canyoning Experience at Stunning Empress Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $247

Spend about eight hours with High and Wild in Empress Canyon, combining abseiling, creek swims, rock pools, water slides, and a 30-metre waterfall descent. Guides such as Brian, Ben, Zol, and Aidan help first-timers manage the nerves. Wetsuits, helmets, harnesses, ropes, lunch, transport during the activity, and a waterproof camera are included.

“My son and I just love the abseiling and we had the opportunity to also go rockclimbing although I was scared Ben put my mind at ease everything was great we had the Most memorable in fact my son said it was the best present he ever got for his birthday (24 yrs) I reminded him that he had said that when he got his Bionicle‘s (8 yrs)”

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5.Blue Mountains: Abseiling and Canyoning Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 69 reviews · 7h 30m · from $244

Spend 7.5 hours with High and Wild Mountain Adventures learning to abseil, then swimming, jumping, sliding, and abseiling down a 30-metre waterfall. Guides such as Ben, Kate, Brian, and Zol lead small groups of up to 10. Equipment, transport, lunch, park fees, and a waterproof camera are included.

“The whole experience was magnificent. Our guide, Ben, was great and told us so many fascinating facts about Australia and the Blue Mountains, his knowledge made the experience even better! The actual abseiling and Canyoning was so much fun and such a cool way to see and take in the national park. 10/10 and would recommend anyone to do this.”

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6.Half-Day Abseiling Adventure in Blue Mountains National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $150

Meet High and Wild in Katoomba for a guided half-day abseiling session in Blue Mountains National Park. You will learn on a 5-metre descent, repeat 15-metre drops, then tackle a 30-metre overhanging abseil with ropes, harness, helmet, park fees, and local transport included. Gemma is one praised instructor, though guide assignments can vary.

“It was great wonderful experience. Everyone has enjoyed. We would like to try full day tour or half afternoon tour next time.”

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7.Abseiling at Kangaroo Point Cliffs

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · 1h 30m · from $46Best value

You’ll receive a safety briefing, demonstration, harness, helmet, and gloves before abseiling 20 meters down Kangaroo Point Cliffs. An English-speaking instructor controls a safety line from above while you manage your pace. No experience is needed, but sturdy enclosed shoes are required.

“Absolutely amazing and such a great introduction to first time abseiling. I was nervous but couldn’t have wished for a better first time experience. Can’t wait to try something higher now!”

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8.Rock Climbing at the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $63

Meet Riverlife at Kangaroo Point for a two-hour outdoor climbing session on Brisbane’s 20-meter cliffs. Qualified instructors provide the safety briefing, helmet, harness, rope, and chalk, then guide you up routes suited to beginners and experienced climbers. Bring enclosed shoes, water, and comfortable clothes. Children from age eight can join.

“What a cool experience! You need to check in at the Riverland kiosk, it's a short brisk walk from the free parking lot. As soon as we were briefed and harnessed up, we were on the way to climb! Let me just say, this was a challenge! For anyoRead more”

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